I've not been on much in the past few days, I've been so busy! However, busy for the better; I got a job! I have to complete some training and refs and DBS has to come through clear before I start. Until then I've got five days (9 till 5) of training and then I will be shadowing for a while, so I probably won't be on much for the next week or so (although I get the weekend and Bank holiday off so that'll be nice).

I am concerned what this will mean for my healthy eating and fitness activities, so any advice would be welcome. I'm packing a healthy lunch, munching on some fruit for breakfast and I'll just have to resist temptation but I won't lie, it was easier when I was at home and I had more control over my food. I'll try to be positive!

I hope everyone is doing well and you're all getting fitter!

Sazkia x

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Congratulations Sazkia. Can't do emoj's as I'm on my phone. But well done you must be over the moon and back, hope it all goes well for you. I don't have packed lunches I'm afraid but I'm sure someone will be along to help soon. Xx

Congratulations on the new job, I myself find it easier to watch my eating while I'm keeping busy at work , I find being at home as I am now for the summer holidays the hardest however you seem to have thought it all through as far as taking a packed lunch and having a healthy breakfast and you can always take a healthy snack with you I'm sure your do just fine good luck and let us know how it all goes

I'm a big fan of leftovers for lunch. I usually make an extra portion when I'm cooking dinner and pack it up in tupperware when I serve the meal. Then I just have to grab the box out of the fridge with some fruit in the morning on my way out the door. This does tend to require having access to a microwave though for heating stuff up.

Getting my new job (I can't believe I've been here a year now!) actually worked out better for me on the activity front as I now have access to a nearby leisure center I can get to on my lunch breaks. We also border Horsham Park if ever I feel like just getting out for a walk. I would suggest you have a look what facilities you have near your new place of employment and how you can benefit from being nearby!

Congratulations Sazkia and I would second Vicky DLMs comments about looking at the facilities near your new job - even if it is only an open space where you can go for a power walk. It can be tempting after a tiring day at work to 'skip' the exercise just for a day, and then find it has stretched to a week!

Take healthy packed lunches and be resolute against vending machines with crisps, and watch out for traditions where people bring buns in on their birthday!

Congratulations, how exciting! It is different fitting in healthy food when you are at work compared to at home, but where there's a will there's a way and I am sure you will work it out. I will be facing these issues too when I return to work next week. I've been on leave and so I've had lot's of time to think about and prepare the 'right' foods!

I'll be trying very hard not to give in and I am hoping I'll be so busy that I won't have time to think of, let alone eat, extra food.

I had a chat with my house-mate yesterday and I have a good idea how I can fit in gym time and swimming in, due to the location of my work place it shouldn't be too difficult as long as I make sure to actually make use of this. I worry I will become lasy and just go home straight away! I shall try not to as things are going very well at the moment, in most areas but definitely regarding my weight loss. Clothes are definitely getting looser and someone I know made a comment that I look really well and that have I lost weight? I was ecstatic!!

You sound very busy but seem to manage really well so I know if I work at this I can to it too.

Congratulations!! Just take all your food with you and take advantage of the reason to get some extra exercise in your day. Don't accept any office cakes, donuts or whatever. Ever! If you would feel uncomfortable saying no, just declare an allergy to something in baked goods. Then you won't ever be able to have one or they'll know you were fibbing